About Heidelberg and how to get there

Symbol of the German Romantic Movement and inspiration to numerous writers and poets

A city in balance with natur

Mediterranean climate and vegetation

Lively hub of the Rhine-Neckar metropolitan region

The city of Heidelberg, home to Germany's oldest university founded in 1386, celebrating its 625th anniversary in 2011, with its romantic townscape is an event in itself. The harmonious ensemble of the world's most famous castle ruins, the Old Town and the Neckar river nestling amongst the hills already inspired the painters and poets of 19th century Romanticism. Heidelbergs fascination continues until today for millions of visitors from all over the world.